Principal Software DevOps Engineer

USA-MiniMed Distribution Corp. 1018; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

MiniMed is hiring a Principal DevOps Engineer to lead the code release processes and CI/CD pipelines, overseeing infrastructure as code, observability, and incident response. The role requires a strong background in DevOps, cross-functional leadership, and cloud skills.

The position focuses on building automated systems, maintaining uptime, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with developers and IT staff to optimize digital pipelines and environments.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience: Seven or more years working in DevOps, systems administration, or software support.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead projects and work with cross-functional teams.
• Cloud Platforms: Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Container Tools: Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for running apps.
• Scripting Languages: Strong skills in Python, Bash, or Shell.
• Monitoring Systems: Familiarity with NewRelic and OpenSearch.
• Maintain and support infrastructure tools (JIRA, Jenkins)

Responsibilities

• Build CI/CD Pipelines: Create automated systems to test and deploy code quickly.
• Manage Infrastructure as Code: Use code to provision and scale cloud servers automatically.
• Ensure Observability: Set up logging and monitoring tools to catch system errors early.
• Lead Incident Response: Fix major production crashes and find the root cause of failures.
• Mentor Team Members: Guide junior engineers and review their technical work.
• Ensure uptime of 99.9% and 99% quality of service (degradation)

Skills

Leadership

Cloud platforms (AWS)

Scripting languages (Python, Bash, or

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

JIRA

Jenkins

OpenSearch

NewRelic

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 29 Oct 2026

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

A Principal DevOps Engineer works with developers and IT staff to oversee the code releases, combining an understanding of both engineering and coding. From creating and implementing systems software to analyzing data to improve the applications and environments, a DevOps Engineer increases productivity in the workplace. They understand the software development lifecycle and have a clear understanding of various automation tools for developing digital pipelines (CI/CD pipelines).

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Build CI/CD Pipelines: Create automated systems to test and deploy code quickly.
• Manage Infrastructure as Code: Use code to provision and scale cloud servers automatically.
• Ensure Observability: Set up logging and monitoring tools to catch system errors early.
• Lead Incident Response: Fix major production crashes and find the root cause of failures.
• Mentor Team Members: Guide junior engineers and review their technical work.
• Ensure uptime of 99.9% and 99% quality of service (degradation)

Required Knowledge and Experience:

Requires a Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have:

• Experience: Seven or more years working in DevOps, systems administration, or software support.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead projects and work with cross-functional teams.
• Cloud Platforms: Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Container Tools: Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for running apps.
• Scripting Languages: Strong skills in Python, Bash, or Shell.
• Monitoring Systems: Familiarity with NewRelic and OpenSearch.
• Maintain and support infrastructure tools (JIRA, Jenkins)

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$138,000.00 - $234,000.00

For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $153,000.00 - $261,000.00 USD.

Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that "regular employees" refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico